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L353 HVU

1994 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

27,543 mi
Last recorded27,543 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2016
Typical for 1994 Triumph Speed Triple26,420 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL353 HVU
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2016 27,543 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 27,539 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 27,539 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 27,323 miles

n/s/r position light not working

Pass 29 Jun 2013 26,833 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 26,247 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 26,046 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 25,122 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 24,888 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 23,893 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2007 23,736 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 22,964 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Triple?

Based on 90,583 MOT tests across 8,756 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
772
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
8,756
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 724
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 359
reflector on motorcycle missing 285
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 269
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 237
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L353 HVU is a 1994 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1994 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 26,420 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Speed Triple fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 724 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L353 HVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Triple typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 32 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of L353 HVU?

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What year was L353 HVU registered?

L353 HVU is a 1994 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 16 March 1994.

Is L353 HVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L353 HVU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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